Suffolk Republicans Demand Pothole Repairs on Route 25

Local leaders call on state to fix dangerous conditions on busy roadway.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Elected officials, community leaders, and fire officials in Suffolk County, New York are pressing the state Department of Transportation to urgently begin repairs on Route 25, a busy state roadway they say is riddled with dangerous potholes that pose a threat to public safety.

Why it matters

Route 25 is a major thoroughfare in Suffolk County, used by thousands of commuters, emergency vehicles, and commercial traffic daily. The poor road conditions have led to concerns about vehicle damage, increased risk of accidents, and potential delays for first responders.

The details

At a press conference on Friday, the local leaders held signs with messages like "SOS Save Our Streets" and called on the state to take immediate action to fix the potholes and other deteriorating sections of Route 25. They cited numerous incidents of vehicles sustaining damage from the road hazards, as well as the potential for serious accidents.

  • The press conference was held on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

New York State Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for maintaining and repairing state roadways like Route 25.

Suffolk County elected officials

Local politicians who represent the communities along Route 25 and are advocating for the state to fix the road conditions.

Suffolk County community leaders

Local civic and business leaders who are joining the call for the state to address the dangerous potholes on Route 25.

Suffolk County fire officials

Emergency responders who are concerned the poor road conditions could delay their ability to respond to calls along Route 25.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The state Department of Transportation has indicated they will send a team to assess the road conditions on Route 25 and develop a plan for immediate repairs in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This situation highlights the ongoing challenge of maintaining aging infrastructure, especially on heavily trafficked state roads. Local leaders are pressing the state to prioritize safety and make the necessary investments to fix the dangerous potholes on Route 25 before more accidents or vehicle damage occurs.